All articles by Mark Clare
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CommentCould ‘use it or lose it’ unlock more land?
Perhaps politicians should target the real landbanking culprit - government
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CommentA year is a long time in housing
As 2014 approaches, demand is back and planning pemissions are up too
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CommentHow do we attract new blood?
The industry needs to become a sector of choice for young people
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CommentCan good design win the day?
Well-designed housing won’t always convince those opposed to development, but we need to strive for higher standards
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CommentConstruction 2025 sets out a bold direction of travel
With the economy looking up, we need a longer-term perspective for the industry
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NewsThe road from hell
Two weeks ago Barratt agreed a deal with its lenders that it hopes will see it through the downturn. Chief executive Mark Clare considers what happens next
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NewsNothing up our sleeves …
The fallout from Northern Rock has led to fear and mistrust in the housing market. So Barratt has decided to establish a more transparent relationship between itself and lenders, says Mark Clare
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NewsSo what if it’s raining?
Housebuilders need to look beyond the dismal economic weather and make arrangements for the future if they are to deliver 3 million zero-carbon, cost-effective homes by 2020.